Speedcafe.com understands that a former Supercars senior staff member has been involved in the bid from the chosen promoter.

TCR is fast becoming a dominant force in touring car racing with its production based 2.0 litre sedans resulting in several national series across the world, including the World Touring Car Cup.

“TCR will happen in 2019 to coincide with the discussions we’ve had, and negotiations are all but concluded,” CAMS chief executive Eugene Arocca told Speedcafe.com.

The touring car class has proved a hit with manufacturers since its conception, with Audi, SEAT, Volkswagen, Ford, Alfa Romeo, Honda, Hyundai, Kia, Lada, Opel, Peugeot, Renault, Skoda, and Subaru all having developed cars for the category.